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Head Start is a family and child development program for preschool age children at no cost to families. Provides preschool development in two models such as home-based and child-care based.Home-Based Program (Age birth - 3 years):- Lesson plans specifically designed for the child to get them ready for Kindergarten- Opportunities to interact with other parents and children in a classroom setting- Parent meetings for sharing and planning- Special parent-planned events such as family nights, neighborhood tours, and field trips- Weekly 1.5 hour visits in the home jointly planned by parents and a trained home visitorChild-Care Based Program (Age 3 - 5 years): - Approved preschool curriculum with structured, age-appropriate activities- Full year programming- Regular meetings between parents and Head Start staffOther Services:- Learning Readiness program to address needs of at-risk children ages birth - 5 years- Open Book programs provide books to children and families in support of family literacy

Provides application assistance for a variety of programs such as:- MNsure Navigator Services: Helps individuals apply for health insurance enrollment, navigate health insurance options, and compare different health plans, including Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare. Navigators can assist households in English or Spanish.- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Applications: Helps individuals apply for the SNAP program

Offers financial services, including speaking with a financial counselor, cost of care estimates, or assistance determining if an individual qualifies for financial assistance. Financial counselors can help individuals understand patients' responsibilities and may offer no interest payment plans. Other options may include:- Discount Program: Individuals who are uninsured or underinsured and have incomes less than 250% of the Federal Poverty Guideline may be eligible for help to pay their medical bill

Alzheimer's Association Presentations: Provides a variety of presentations available to the public, with differing lengths (i.e. 20, 30, 60 & 90 minutes), on a variety of subjects relating to dementia and Alzheimer's. Presentations are provided through a partnership with the Alzheimer's Association, with trained Elder Network staff providing the presentations. Presentations include "10 Warning Signs," "Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia," "Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment," "Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research," "Building Foundations of Caregiving," "Supporting Independence, " "Communicating Effectively," "Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors," "Exploring Care and Support Services," and more.Dementia Friends-sessions: Provides to community members of all ages. Healthcare specific educational session is available, as well as adaptations for particular workplaces, known as Dementia Friendly in the Workplace. These are one-day sessions that last from 60-80 minutes. Educational session available to community members who have attended a Dementia Friends session, to become Dementia Champions, so that they too, can provide Dementia Friends sessions. This is a one-day session.Powerful Tools for Caregiving (PTC): Educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or a friend. Focus is on those caring for someone who is 55 years or older. Six weeks of 1.5 hour workshops. Offered both virtually, and in-person, depending upon the time of registration. Call to register for this workshop.Caregiver Training Workshop: This workshop is approximately 2 hours long. Must pre-register and the workshop is provided in-person. The training walks through a workbook that allows the participant (caregiver) to develop a plan of how to care for their care receiver if something should happen to them and they are no longer able to care for that older adult-either temporarily or definitively.Fraud and Scam Prevention Trainings: Provides presentations relating to fraud and scam prevention to the communities of service-upon request.?Programs are provided at a variety of locations, including Elder Network offices and others. Some programs are available virtually.

Provides a self-help center phone line, in-person workstations, and online resources aimed at helping people find information and services about legal problems. Self-help staff can answer questions on court forms and procedures, and give referrals to legal adviceIn-person workstations are available in all county courthouses except Hennepin, each workstation has a computer, phone, and printer. Workstations are available to find legal information, print court forms, access tools to help complete court forms, and talk with self-help staff over the phone.Note: Court employees cannot provide legal advice or conduct legal research.

Transportation coordinators are able to work directly with case managers, clients, and vendors to support the freedom of transportation through bus, specialty transportation, taxi, and Lyft ride-sharing.

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.Henning High School: 500 School Avenue, Henning, MN 56551 (218)583-2927

Community information for a rapid and effective response in the event of a public health emergency or natural disaster. Services include: - Emergency and disaster preparation information- Emergency notification services- Resources for businesses to develop a plan in case of a disaster

Provides the following information and services:- Child care licensing- Child care provider information and referral??- General information on licensing for child care

Provides critical services to help seniors navigate their health, economic, and social needs. Helps older adults, families, and caregivers make the best care decisions to meet unique needs and goals. Case management, including comprehensive service coordination and advocacy for individuals receiving waiver services. The Family Case Management Program provides case management for families in the White Bear Lake or North Saint Paul/Maplewood/Oakdale school districts.

Elementary schools:- Clearview Elementary School7310 Highway 24Clear Lake, 55319(320)370-6510- Kennedy Community School1300 Jade RoadSt. Joseph, 56374(320)370-7430- Lincoln Elementary School336 5th Avenue SESt. Cloud, 56304(320)370-6660- Madison Elementary School2805 9th Street NorthSt. Cloud 56303(320)370-6330- Oak Hill Community School2600 County Road 136St. Cloud, 56301(320)370-6000- Talahi Community School1321 University Drive SESt. Cloud, 56304(320)370-7780- Westwood Elementary School5800 Ridgewood RoadSt. Cloud, 56303(320)370-7630- Discovery Community School700 7th Street SouthWaite Park, 56387(320)370-6180Middle Schools:- North Junior High School1212 North 29th AvenueSt. Cloud, 56303(320)370-7000- South Junior High School1120 South 15th AvenueSt. Cloud, 56301(320)370-7230High Schools:- Apollo High School1000 44th Avenue NorthSt. Cloud, 56303(320)370-8650- Technical High School4200 33rd Street SouthSt. Cloud, 56301(320)370-8350

The General Assistance (GA) Program provides single adults and childless couples with monthly cash grants for vulnerable persons whose income and resources are less than program limits. GA participants are also eligible for help with medical costs through the General Assistance Medical Care (GAMC) or the Medical Assistance (MA) programs and Food Support.

Provides comprehensive mental health services to patients in rural Central Minnesota. Services provided:?- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)?- Medication management?- Outpatient mental health evaluations?- Psychiatry?- Psychotherapy

Administers elementary and secondary schools in the district.??Schools:- Chisago Lakes Education Center:13750 Lake Boulevard Lindstrom, MN 55045 (651)213-2071- Chisago Lakes High School: 29400 Olinda Trail Lindstrom, MN 55045 (651)213-2500- Chisago Lakes Middle School: 13750 Lake Boulevard Lindstrom, MN 55045 (651)213-2400- Chisago Lakes Primary School: 11009 284th Street Chisago Lakes, MN 55013 (651)213-2200- Lakeside Elementary School: 29330 Olinda Trail Lindstrom, MN 55045 (651)213-2300?- Taylors Falls Elementary School: 648 West Street Taylors Falls, MN 55084 (651)213-2100- Wildcat Academy: 29400 Olinda Trail Lindstrom, MN 55045 (651)213-2000

Offers free fresh produce distributions from June - October. Individuals should bring their own bags and/or carts. Each event is set up like a free, open-air farmer's market and provides an opportunity to bring healthy food into the community.

Free classes teaching basic sewing, quilting, and other fiber arts to African women so that they can become self-sufficient. Session is six months long. Classes meet twice a week.

Provides advocacy services for victims of domestic violence, human/labor trafficking, and sexual assault, or victims of a general crime such as elder abuse, identity theft, robbery, stalking, or theft. Services provided include:- Assistance at the hospital or law enforcement center- Crisis response and intervention- Legal advocacy and/or criminal justice system intervention, such as assistance with filing protective orders- Occasional transportation services- Safety planning and short-term emergency placement services- Specialized information and referral for locating resources and obtaining vouchers for household items- Support groups for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault

Offers curriculum-based camp experience in interactive environment.

Services vary from county to county; volunteer opportunities included for interested community members. Services may include:Basic needs:- Back-to-school assistance- Food- Housing- Other emergency needs - Transportation- Utility assistanceSummer camps for youthThrift store vouchers for clothing/household goods

Provides assisted living services - 24 hour awake staff - 4 client capacity - Private Rooms - Trained staff/RN on call - In-home hair care

Provides primary care services including:- Access to Winona Health's integrated electronic medical records- Care for injuries and illness- Chronic disease management- Diagnostic radiology services for fractures- Immunizations- Laboratory services- Physicals and a variety of health screenings- Podiatry services- Referral to specialty services at Winona Health or other medical center- Well-child check ups- Women's health services

Day training and habilitation programs:- Community, social, and recreational activities to enhance skill levels of participants when appropriate- Consultative services through speech psychologists- Semi-independent living skills- Supported employment and competitive employment- Transition from high school to adulthood- Transportation provided to and from day center- Vocational skill development

Provides the Customer Assistance Program that can be applied to most services on patient's medical bills. The program is provided when care is deemed medically necessary, after meeting income criteria. Offers both free care and discounted care, depending on individuals' family size and income. Medical expenses not covered under this program are insurance co-pays, Department Transportation physicals, Lakewood Care Center, Care Van, Lakewood Pines, or Manor Accounts, and In Vitro Fertilization services.